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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-20, 12:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,330
Posted By bgraham111

Surly cancelling a few lines, including the LHT

https://surlybikes.com/blog/a_digital_postcard_from_a_virtual_surlyville

Pack Rat; Long Haul Trucker; Troll; and Pugsley will not be restocked.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-20, 07:27 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,242
Posted By bgraham111

I'd like to add a touring bike the to stable. A...

I'd like to add a touring bike the to stable. A LHT or maybe a Salsa Marrakesh. I'll be waiting a while it seems...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-23-19, 05:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,644
Posted By bgraham111

I had a professional fit done a few years ago. To...

I had a professional fit done a few years ago. To me it was well worth it. I don't know if it increased my power numbers, but it did increase long distance comfort.

When I started, I was good...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-11-19, 08:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,267
Posted By bgraham111

I went from 222 to 180, and my reward was a...

I went from 222 to 180, and my reward was a Waterford. It totally worked!! Just keep thinking about that bike!

(Wait... why am I posting in here? Oh... that's because I went back up. Ooops. But...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-10-19, 05:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,061
Posted By bgraham111

I googled to see how much, on average, you can...

I googled to see how much, on average, you can increase your FTP in a set time frame. The numbers were all over the place. 1-5% a week. I'd say 2% sounds good, if you are doing specific, regular...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-19, 04:52 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,804
Posted By bgraham111

I forgot my shoes once. We had driven an hour so...

I forgot my shoes once. We had driven an hour so my wife could do a ride to prep for a bike trip. All I had were my keds. So... I biked using my keds, on pedals that had no platforms. Lucky it was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-28-19, 12:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,825
Posted By bgraham111

The Trek FX line (or similar bikes from other...

The Trek FX line (or similar bikes from other manufacturers) is a spot on recommendation.
- It can handle light off road (like dirt roads, not for mountain biking).
- It's easier to ride on road...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-28-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,822
Posted By bgraham111

I was going to post a picture of my A530, because...

I was going to post a picture of my A530, because it's nice to have SPDs on one side, platforms on the other. And while nice, I'd be lying. My favorite ones are pictured below.
Why SPD? Because I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-06-19, 09:46 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,667
Posted By bgraham111

If you like Brooks, but are concerned about the...

If you like Brooks, but are concerned about the B-17 under load, take a look at the Brooks C17. I have both. The B17 is definitely "nicer" but I've stretched it out more than I would have liked. But...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-06-19, 09:36 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,896
Posted By bgraham111

I remember "Husky" sized jeans.... and I didn't...

I remember "Husky" sized jeans.... and I didn't wear them. In fact, my Mom had to buy me the "Slim" sized jeans. Then I hit middle school, discovered food, and fixed that problem....

You know......
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-19, 09:04 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,789
Posted By bgraham111

1997 Specialized Hardrock Sport FS - steel...

1997 Specialized Hardrock Sport FS - steel Mountain bike - 26"x1.95" knobbies - 1 century
2013 Trek 8.4 DS - aluminum hybrid - 29" x 38cm knobbies - 1 century
2011 Fuji Newest 1.0 - aluminum road...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-18, 05:16 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,155
Posted By bgraham111

A friend of mine was biking through a rough...

A friend of mine was biking through a rough neighborhood, on a road bike, dressed in road bike clothes.... and someone yelled out "Pedal faster, Lance!"
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-25-18, 09:22 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,708
Posted By bgraham111

I still wear jerseys, sometimes.... but I'm...

I still wear jerseys, sometimes.... but I'm starting to find that a lightweight wool base layer shirt, or a wicking exercise shirt is pretty nice. But were do I keep all my stuff?!?! Handlebar bag....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 32,687
Posted By bgraham111

100%

100%
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-18, 09:06 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,182
Posted By bgraham111

I did my first 600k brevet (~375 miles) this...

I did my first 600k brevet (~375 miles) this summer... but that drifts over into two days (although it's all one ride, 40 hour time limit).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-18, 09:01 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 12,021
Posted By bgraham111

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/galaxy_s6_2018_7_13_2487_cc906ae2f3197d6d8af0ebc891ee959cff291561.jpg

Right behind the seat tube, braced against the chain stay and...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-31-18, 08:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,931
Posted By bgraham111

I like the 400k. It's long, but all in one shot....

I like the 400k. It's long, but all in one shot. Plus it has some night riding, and I like riding at night. (My local 300k is a really awesome route as well.)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-24-18, 06:30 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 15,941
Posted By bgraham111

Those are the best.... :)

Those are the best.... :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-24-18, 06:26 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,259
Posted By bgraham111

Yes... it's my meditation. Besides.... I am...

Yes... it's my meditation.

Besides.... I am sure I can overeat enough to offset any positive effects of biking.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-13-17, 07:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,534
Posted By bgraham111

http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/taillights.php ...

http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/taillights.php

They have a really good overview of the rear lights that work well with generators. Mine is fender mounted, but there are plenty of non-fender...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-17, 07:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,545
Posted By bgraham111

Both are good! Either one is a winner. I...

Both are good! Either one is a winner.

I would have picked the All City, by the way. :) But only cuz I'd like a All City frame some day. (Space Horse!) But you had a win-win - you literally...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-17, 07:42 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 28,085
Posted By bgraham111

Hey, just for fun... I did some math - with some...

Hey, just for fun... I did some math - with some assumptions.
0.283 pounds per cubic inch for the density of steel. Plus or minus depending on the type used.
I assumed a wall thickness of 0.049" -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-17, 07:20 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 12,916
Posted By bgraham111

I've tried lots of things. And I'm thinking that...

I've tried lots of things. And I'm thinking that everyone is different. Sometimes I like different things on different rides.... sometimes I like different things at different times during the ride....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-17, 04:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,545
Posted By bgraham111

Quite a selection! My bikes also vary a lot. At...

Quite a selection! My bikes also vary a lot. At least mine all feel different - helps out a bit.

In order of preference (most fav to least fav):
Bar End shifters on the long distance bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-17, 05:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,212
Posted By bgraham111

576074 Milkshake with red lettering. (Of...

576074

Milkshake with red lettering. (Of course, I had to order it this way...)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-17, 12:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,612
Posted By bgraham111

Clyde and Century - no problem. You'd be...

Clyde and Century - no problem. You'd be surprised how many clydes / athenas are randonneurs.

You can totally do it with the proper preparation. (Although, loosing weight does help. I really need...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-17, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,271
Posted By bgraham111

WOOT! Awesome! It gets easier and easier. I spent...

WOOT! Awesome! It gets easier and easier. I spent all summer training for my first metric. Then a whole different summer training for my first imperial century. After awhile, 100 miles is no longer a...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-28-17, 08:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,422
Posted By bgraham111

Don't burn out early. I watch my heart rate and...

Don't burn out early. I watch my heart rate and try to prevent going over some level. (I think I have my GPS set to sound an alarm over 150 bpm). I go over it sometimes, but hearing the alarm reminds...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-17, 08:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,509
Posted By bgraham111

I try to force my self to stop and "smell the...

I try to force my self to stop and "smell the roses" so to speak. Take pictures. Look around. Relax. I need to remember it's not a competition. It's hard to do sometimes. But I try.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-17, 08:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,103
Posted By bgraham111

One thing I absolutely love for riding in traffic...

One thing I absolutely love for riding in traffic is a mirror. No need to turn around to look behind you. Of course, it's not essential, but it's cheap and easy to add. I like the helmet mounted...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-17, 07:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,675
Posted By bgraham111

I rode a lot in my 20's. Then I stopped, and...

I rode a lot in my 20's. Then I stopped, and gained weight. I started again in 2010, after a 10 year break. So we'll use that.

First ride back in the saddle. 1 mile? Something like that. Threw up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-17, 07:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,758
Posted By bgraham111

You got a good bike! I'm not loyal to any...

You got a good bike! I'm not loyal to any particular brand, but when someone asks me for a starter bike that will carry them past just tooling around the neighborhood, the Trek FX series is my quick...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-17, 07:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,123
Posted By bgraham111

I've got something very similar that I got from...

I've got something very similar that I got from Amazon. They work great. I've got 4 of them, which takes care of 4 bikes. One more bike is hung from a hook in the rafters. I prefer the pulley systems...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-17, 07:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,710
Posted By bgraham111

Yep - that's my pick as well.

Yep - that's my pick as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-17, 03:32 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 12,353
Posted By bgraham111

1) Steel is too heavy to make a bike out of. All...

1) Steel is too heavy to make a bike out of. All bikes should be carbon.
2) Carbon is too dangerous to make a bike out of. All bikes should be steel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-17, 04:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,433
Posted By bgraham111

I like riding at night, but I like having a light...

I like riding at night, but I like having a light so I can see potholes and wildlife. Then again, I haven't really tried a full moon ride. Hmmm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-17, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,335
Posted By bgraham111

What's the value proposition? I get nothing. I...

What's the value proposition? I get nothing.
I have no reason to give money to someone so they can go biking.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-10-17, 08:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,703
Posted By bgraham111

What ever you can do in a week you can do in a...

What ever you can do in a week you can do in a day. Ride and ride and ride some more, but you'll be fine (maybe a little tired and sore, but fine).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-17, 05:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,963
Posted By bgraham111

My saddles are very hard, and all my non-biking...

My saddles are very hard, and all my non-biking friends think I'm crazy and are always recommending gel seats and soft, cushy saddles.

This is what I tell them. A soft saddle is good for short...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-17, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,829
Posted By bgraham111

It's like riding a bike. And everyone is...

It's like riding a bike.

And everyone is right.... slow speed and narrow path is just about the worst place to practice. It would seem really hard to bike there. I bike a lot, and I think I'd...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-17, 04:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 995
Posted By bgraham111

Here's my thoughts. - Why should I download...

Here's my thoughts.

- Why should I download your app?
- Why should I run my phone GPS and run my battery down?
- Why should I click on anything before I go ride?
- Why don't you just buy the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-29-17, 04:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,396
Posted By bgraham111

I have the Compass Loup Loup Pass 650Bx38. I like...

I have the Compass Loup Loup Pass 650Bx38. I like them, but I don't have much to compare them to, as I haven't tried any other 650B tires on that bike yet. But they've been good so far. I *think* I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-29-17, 03:54 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,250
Posted By bgraham111

I think I've found my limit. I did a 130 mile...

I think I've found my limit. I did a 130 mile ride that started/ended around 5 degrees F (it was warmer midday). It was pretty windy as well.

That might have been close to my limit. I think I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-17, 09:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,271
Posted By bgraham111

I've always found that if I start to bounce in...

I've always found that if I start to bounce in the saddle, I just need to slow down OR shift to a higher gear. Usually shift to a higher gear. I'll admit, I shift a lot. Some people do not, and that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-17, 09:17 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 49,372
Posted By bgraham111

My Fuji road bike (2011 Newest 1.0) 556524 ...

My Fuji road bike (2011 Newest 1.0)
556524

And my long distance Randonneuring bike, a Waterford R-22.
556525

556526
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-17, 08:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,050
Posted By bgraham111

I have a B-17 and a C-17. I think I like my B-17...

I have a B-17 and a C-17. I think I like my B-17 a little more... except that I got it too wet and now I need to deal with that. So... I use a C-17 on my randonneuring (long distance) bike. It's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-03-17, 05:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 17,290
Posted By bgraham111

Soma, VO, or All City would be my interesting...

Soma, VO, or All City would be my interesting frames of choice.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-03-17, 05:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,647
Posted By bgraham111

I researched for like 2 years and came close to...

I researched for like 2 years and came close to getting either a Soma Grand Randonnuer or a Velo Orange Pass Hunter. In fact, a friend of mine ended up getting a Soma Double Cross and it's really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-03-17, 05:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,550
Posted By bgraham111

Head on over to: Long Distance...

Head on over to:
Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling - Bike Forums...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-03-17, 05:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,925
Posted By bgraham111

Multi-day would be from Pittsburgh to DC on the...

Multi-day would be from Pittsburgh to DC on the GAP and C&O. It was my first camping tour - and it was just so relaxing.

One day was my first 400k. It just went so well.... even with rain all...
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